How One Jazz Album Makes the Media Cut

Jan 12, 2012 Uncategorized Leave a comment
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W. Royal Stokes, Phd. gave a nod of approval to the Jack Furlong Quartet’s 2011 album release of “And That Happened” [Bridge and Tunnel Records] in his annual “Best and Notable (Jazz) Releases.”

The band is humbled by its inclusion in the list with high profile musicians such as Chick Corea, Eldar Djangirov, T.K. Blue, Pat Metheny, Terrell Stafford, Bob Brookmeyer, Delfeayo Marsalis, etc.

Stokes is past president of the Jazz Journalists Association and is a regular contributor to www.jazzhouse.org.  He has authored several jazz books, written in and edited jazz-related media such as Jazz Times, The Washington Post, Down Beat and other publications.

JAZZed Magazine Covers “And That Happened”

Nov 15, 2011 Announcements Leave a comment
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The September issue of JAZZed Magazine picked up Jack Furlong in its “Networthy News” section of the Jazz Education Network (JEN) pages. “Jack Furlong’s (NJ) third album “And That Happened” reached #4 on the CMJ Jazz Chart in New York and #5 in Canada this summer.  The Assistant Jazz Band Director and Director of ….[FULL [...]

Lafayette College Covers Jazz Feature on Jack Furlong

Oct 13, 2011 Announcements Leave a comment
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Here’s what the college had to say about its alumni composer and arranger: “And That Happened” (Bridge & Tunnel Records)…blends slinky swing, sparkling meditations, and familiar mysteries. Furlong weaves his smoky, subtle baritone sax around the sympathetic, searching playing of drummer John O’Keefe…” - Geoff Gehman, Lafayette.edu      READ MORE      SAMPLE + BUY NOW

107+ Radio Stations Playing Jack Furlong’s Jazz Music

Sep 12, 2011 Uncategorized Leave a comment
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107 radio stations across North America were playing our new jazz album, “And That Happened” at the peak of our 10 week campaign. It’s estimated that we reached more than 111 total radio stations!

Jack Furlong’s Jazz yields 176 thumbs up

Aug 16, 2011 Uncategorized 1 Comment
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Who woulda thunk?  Our promotions team reports that 88 jazz-related radio stations across the U.S. are giving us a “thumbs up” by playing our new CD “And That Happened.”  So what are you waiting for?  If you’d like to hear what makes our music so popular, then BUY NOW.

“And That Happened” Rockets the Radio

Aug 2, 2011 Uncategorized Leave a comment
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78 radio stations now have our new CD, “And That Happened,” in rotation across the airwaves. A substantial have it in heavy to medium rotation. Call your local station if you would like to hear them play our music!

Radio Campaign: “And That Happened”

Jul 16, 2011 Uncategorized 1 Comment
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A total of 65 radio stations now have our new CD, “And That Happened,” in rotation. A special thanks to the Powderfinger Promotions team! Call your local station if you would like to hear them play our music.

Directing Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat

Jul 16, 2011 Uncategorized 2 Comments
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In the Pennington, NJ area? Check out the Hopewell Valley Children’s Theatre encore presentation of “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat” tonight at Hopewell Valley Central High School. Yours truly directs the with a pit orchestra potpourri of JFQ regulars, returning regulars, and newbies. http://bit.ly/nmXiox

Jack Furlong Quartet Plays Fringe Festival in Easton, PA today

Jul 9, 2011 Uncategorized 1 Comment
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Looking forward to performing later this afternoon. Join the party and stop by for a listen and to say hi!

Fringe Festival: Easton, PA

Jun 20, 2011 Uncategorized Leave a comment
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*****   SAVE THE DATE   ***** Join the Jack Furlong Quartet on Saturday, July 9 at the Fringe Festival in Easton, PA.  Rumor has it the West Ward will be turned into a neighborhood block party!  The festival is part of a summer long event every Saturday, and it’s tied in with Lafayette College’s Art [...]